Macclesfield FC overcame Basford United, 1-3, on Saturday, on matchday 40. Coming into the contest, Martin Carruthers's team came from a defeat, and Michael Clegg's team came from five wins. Tunde Owolabi was the man of the match.
The first half came to an end without goals.
Toby Ritzema opened the score after 67 minutes. In the 71st minute, Luke Duffy fired home for Macclesfield FC. Michael Clegg's team scored their second goal of the game through Tunde Owolabi, with 84 minutes on the clock. With his 10th goal of the season. Forward netted the last goal deep into added time.
After the result Macclesfield FC are 3rd in the table, with 71 points, while Basford United sit 18th place, with 33 points. In relation to forthcoming league matches, Michael Clegg's team will play away against Atherton Collieries, whilst Martin Carruthers's team visit Radcliffe FC.
